Google 4.7-star: Are this Ubud Indian restaurant's good reviews just for ice cream?
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2026-02-01
Thinking about visiting that popular Ubud Indian restaurant with a 4.7-star rating? This review dives past the lively Bollywood music and buzzing atmosphere to uncover the truth. Find out why the food is a hit-or-miss affair and discover the restaurant's secret for getting so many five-star reviews (hint: it involves free ice cream). This is a must-read for anyone wanting an honest look at the food, prices, and whether the hype is real.
Just turned into Ubud Monkey Forest Road and was immediately drawn in by a lively Bollywood music. People were coming and going at the entrance, it looked like a super popular Nongkrong spot. The live band was amazing, the atmosphere was buzzing, making you feel like you were transported to a Mumbai movie set in a second. 💃
Sat down and looked through the menu, there were quite a few options. Saw many people recommending their Dal Makhni[1], so I ordered it to try. Honestly, this dish was indeed good. The lentils were stewed until soft and flavorful, with a rich taste, and it was very Mantap with naan! But the other signature dish, Butter Chicken[2], was a bit hard to describe... How should I put it, the taste felt rather bland, even a bit oily[3], lacking the layers of Indian spices it should have.
But to be fair, their portions are really generous. One serving of rice was enough for two girls[4], which is quite honest. But for friends who can't eat spicy food, remember to say 'mild' when ordering, their 'medium' spice level was a bit too much for me[5].
Towards the end of the meal, the most 'exciting' part came. The waitress came over with a smile, hinting that if we gave a five-star review, we'd get free ice cream[6]. Anjay, I've truly never seen this move before. Immediately understood how those 5800+ 4.7-star ratings on Google came about. The price wasn't cheap either. A few of us just ate a little and it was almost 800,000 IDR[7]. And they charged extra for takeaway containers, which was a bit emmm...
Editor's Guide to Avoiding Pitfalls 📝
- 1. To Go or Not to Go? If you're just looking for a lively atmosphere, want to listen to live music and experience the Bollywood vibe[8], then you can come sit down for a drink. But if you're coming for 'authentic and delicious' Indian food, I advise you to think twice, the risk of disappointment is not small[9].
- 2. How to View Ratings? Don't trust them too much! When you see those over-the-top reviews, first consider if there's a free scoop of ice cream behind them. Stay alert!
- 3. Ordering Advice: If you absolutely must go, you can try the Dal Makhni[10]. For other dishes, it's a matter of luck.
- 4. Service and Hygiene: Service might not keep up during peak hours[11]. As for hygiene... After a trip to the restroom, I couldn't quite Chill anymore[12]. Friends who mind should be cautious.
- Lively Bollywood music & live band hit you instantly! Feel that hot Mumbai film set vibe [1]!
- Secret to 5800+ Google 4.7 high-score? Genius: free ice cream for 5-star ratings! [2]
- Must-try: Dal Makhni! Beans stewed soft, flavorful, super Mantap with naan [3]!
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